Gordon S. Miller

Breaking In (1989) Blu-ray Review: Burt Reynolds Performance is the Film’s Strong Point

Not a comedy or a crime story, but rather a drama with amusing situations.

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The Police: Around the World (Restored & Expanded) Review: An Entertaining Scrapbook from the Band’s Early Days

The bonus concert material and the live album make the set worth owning.

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The Batman (2022) Blu-ray Review: Matt Reeves Delivers a Fresh Take on the Franchise with a Noiresque Detective Story

The Blu-ray offers a high-definition experience that succeeds in showcasing the crew’s work

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Trekkies: 25th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray Review: It’s Logical to Them

Trekkies opens a window to a fascinating world, strange and new to some, familiar to others.

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Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness Movie Review: Sam Raimi’s Magic Saves a Jam-packed Script

There might be too much going on for the casual viewer, but those invested in the MCU should enjoy it.

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Constantine: The House of Mystery Blu-ray Review: A Cosmic Groundhog Day

This cartoon quartet shows that the DC Comics universe is broader than just costumed superheroes.

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Ambulance (2022) Movie Review: Brothers Make Grim Choices in Michael Bay’s Latest

A very good actioner that keeps the intensity up for a long period.

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The Last Waltz Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: And All the People Were Singin’

Martin Scorsese captures the Band’s farewell concert on Thanksgiving 1976.

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Night Shift (1982) Blu-ray Review: Pimpin’ Ain’t Easy but Comedy Is for This Cast

Night Shift leans into its silliness thanks to Michael Keaton’s breakout performance.

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WonderCon 2022 Program Highlights

What I am most interested in seeing, although whether I attend them is anyone’s guess at this point.

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All My Sons (1948) Blu-ray Review: Greed Is Not Good

A compelling look at a character so driven to achieve the American Dream he cares nothing about to cost to himself and others.

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Bringing Up Baby Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Bone up on a Comedy Classic

A very funny comedy of errors brought to life by a talented cast who handle the silliness they been tasked with well.

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The Batman (2022) Movie Review: Vengeance and Vigilantes Flood Gotham

A compelling mystery populated by intriguing characters brought to life by a talented cast.

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2022 Oscar-Nominated Animated Short Films Review

Not sure how Academy voters will see it, but my choice wins based on the animation alone.

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Sundance 2022 Review: La Guerra Civil

Boxing fans should definitely enjoy it, but there’s also something here for the non-boxing fan.

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Fritz the Cat / The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat Blu-rays Review: Sex, Drugs, and Counterculture

Fritz’s animated adventures are available in high definition.

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Sundance 2022 Review: We Need to Talk About Cosby

What happens when our hero is revealed to be a villain.

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Rifkin’s Festival Movie Review: Another Story About a Dead Shark

Rifkin’s Festival suffers as much of Woody Allen’s latter work does by feeling stale.

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The Ultimate Richard Pryor Collection (Uncensored) 13-DVD Set Review: Earns the Ultimate Designation

This deep dive into Pryor’s career is for the hardcore fan.

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Dune (2021) Blu-ray Review: Although Half the Story, Denis Villeneuve Delivers an Entertaining Science Fiction Spectacle

The film immerses the viewer in the story, and the Blu-ray’s high-definition presentation immerses the viewer in the film.

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Ragtime (1981) Blu-ray Review: The Movie Needed to be Shorter or Longer to Succeed

There are a lot of characters whose actions make them and their plight unsympathetic.

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Shadow of the Thin Man Blu-ray Review: Bask in the Laughs and Intrigue

The chemistry of William Powell and Myrna Loy is a rare quality and wonderful to witness.

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All My Sons is the Pick of the Week

Knowing how good the story is and how good these actors are, All My Sons is definitely my Pick of the Week.

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Live at Mister Kelly’s DVD Review: A History of Chicago Told Through a Nightclub

Live at Mister Kelly’s is an enjoyable discovery for those new to it and a marvelous scrapbook for those that remember it.

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High Sierra Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Raoul Walsh Tells a Story Twice

Criterion’s High Sierra / Colorado Territory double feature is a great release for fans of classic Hollywood.

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Book Review: The Unseen Photos of Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street by Trevor Crafts

A behind-the-scenes look during the first season of Sesame Street.

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Spider-Man: No Way Home Review: An Amazing Movie from the MCU Spider-Verse

It wouldn’t surprise me if some fans considered this their favorite of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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Los Angeles Comic Con 2021 Panels I’d Like to See

Whether going or not, what panels are you most interested in?

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Superman: The Complete Animated Series Blu-ray Review: A Set for Superfans to Treasure

The talented cast and crew created something super.

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San Diego Comic-Con Special Edition 2021 Panels I’d Like to See

Ten panels you might find me attending at San Diego Comic-Con Special Edition 2021.

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Coraline (LAIKA Studios Edition) Blu-ray Review: A Fantastic Fairy Tale

Coraline deserves a spot in the family video library alongside spooky fare like Snow White and Sleeping Beauty, and like those titles it’s not solely for kids.

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The Suicide Squad Blu-ray Review: Suicide Isn’t Painless with James Gunn at the Helm

The Blu-ray’s high-definition presentation of the video and audio showcases the skilled work of the crew.

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The Naked Spur Blu-ray Review: A Classic ’50s Western

The high-definition presentation from the Warner Archive should please fans of the movie and those new to it.

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Injustice (2021) Blu-ray Review: An Intriguing Story in An Alternate DC Universe

The story deals with interesting themes as our heroes behave in new yet believable ways under the dire circumstances they find themselves.

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Tex Avery Screwball Classics Volume 3 Blu-ray Review: Another Must-own for Fans of Avery and Animation

Avery and his team demonstrate a creative and boundless imagination and a great talent for bringing their comedic ideas to the screen.

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A Night at the Opera Blu-ray Review: A Comedy Classic

Thankfully, losing 25 percent of the act didn’t translate into losing 25 percent of the laughs because this film.

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48 Hrs. / Another 48 Hrs. Blu-ray Reviews: The Boys Are Back on Blu-ray

48 Hrs. is a solid action comedy that holds up decades later. Another 48 Hrs. doesn’t reach the same heights.

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Zack Snyder’s Justice League Blu-ray Review: An Entertaining Superhero Spectacle

This version offers a better story and characterizations.

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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings: Marvel Delivers a Dynamic Duo

An entertaining action film and it demonstrates the MCU is in good hands, both in front of and behind the camera.

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Bob Marley & the Wailers: The Capitol Session ’73 Album Review

Highly recommend for Wailers fans.

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The Raven (1963) Blu-ray Review: A Silly, Spooky Movie for Children

Richard Matheson’s script goes way beyond the story of Poe’s famous poem and is turned into a horror comedy.

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Original Cast Album “Company” Criterion Collection: You Could Drive an Actor Crazy

This film is mostly for musical theater fans but it should also be of interest to those curious about how things are made.

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Coogan’s Bluff Blu-ray Review: An Unintentional Precursor to Dirty Harry

The first pairing of Clint Eastwood and director Don Siegel is a decent crime thriller with good action.

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Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two Blu-ray Review: Filled with Enjoyable Tricks and Treats

Tim Sheridan’s script does a great job handing a myriad of distinct characters and keeping them engaging for the viewer.

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The Suicide Squad Movie Review: A Top-tier Title in the DC Extended Universe

James Gunn makes a movie for those with a dark sense of humor who are ready for a bit of the old ultraviolence.

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Godzilla vs. Kong Blu-ray Review: Clash of the Titans

If you like special-effects work and seeing things get smashed, Godzilla vs. Kong is the movie for you.

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The Herculoids: The Complete Original Series Blu-ray Review: The Adventures of the Exotic Eight

The animators’ creativity and talent is apparent in the settings, the characters, and the Herculoids in action.

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Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One Blu-ray Review: Gotham for the Holidays

Although it’s only half of the overall story, Part One is an enjoyable addition to the DC Universe Movie series and will surely make one seek out Part Two.

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Pickup on South Street Criterion Collection Blu-ray Review: Sam Fuller Blends Film Noir with a Cold War Spy Thriller

The film engages viewers by making them care about the seedy characters of New York City’s underworld.

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